She was a native of Granville County and was the daughter of the late Edgar Haden Setzer and Myrtle Trent.

To know Sylvia is to love her. She was a friend to all. If you were her friend you had the best. Sylvia was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years. She retired from Murdoch Center in Butner as a teacher assistant after 30 years of service.

Surviving are her husband of 55 years, W. Russell Elliott of the home, a sister, Shelby Pruitt of Ringgold, Va. and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister Louise Setzer Smith and Clifford Setzer and Dickey Setzer.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Mt. Zion Baptist Church by Rev. Keith Williams. Visitation will be held from 12:30 to 1:45 prior to the funeral in the Fellowship Hall at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to Mt. Zion Baptist Church Table & Chair Fund-1171 Hwy 158, Oxford, NC 27565.

Russell, know how you must be grieving for dear, sweet Sylvia. Thinking and praying for you. Remember the good times like when you, Sylvia, Austin, Peggy, Thaxton, Marie and I got together. Let me know if there's anything I can do for you.

Russell and Family, Sorry to hear of your loss, Sylvia always had a beautiful soul, full of love and faith, ascended to heaven, away from us, but closer to God leaving loneliness and sadness. Our fond memories of her in our hearts will keep us moving on in life. I enjoyed working with Sylvia at Murdoch Center. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Russell and Family, Please know that we are here for you and care deeply. Ms. Sylvia will be greatly missed, her warm smile and generous love was deeply felt. You all are in my prayers.
Casey and Wayne Champion and Kids

Hey Tootie,I have so many memories of Sylvia, and just about every one of them include a lot of laughter and fun!! I will always treasure all the good times we had when we all got together.She was so funny,and also one of the nicest and most kind hearted people I ever met.She had a heart of gold!! So glad you had 54 years together!! Well, i better go, I'm thirsty!! I had to say that because im writing this to you, and you will know exactly what i am talking about! I Love You

Sylvia was my beloved friend, beginning with C.G. Credle School [3rd grade] to the day, 5-29-2018, that she slipped away to live in heaven with Jesus. She brought so much laughter, joy, smiles, and fun to my life but also had a careful, loving and intent listening ear for all my cares. Sylvia and I used to write notes to each other at night when we were in 3rd and 4th grades to give the other the next school day. She always made my days brighter and lighter and I love her like a sister.

Russell & Family, I cherished the days that me and Sylvia worked in Alpine Cottage. She was loved by not only the employees but loved by so many individuals that she worked with. My heart goes out to you Russell. I know how much Sylvia loved you. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.